Part 5/10:
Analyzing Future Scenarios in Ukraine
Wilman prompted McBeth to speculate on potential avenues for resolution in the Ukraine conflict. He outlined several likely scenarios: a prolonged stalemate, a possible Russian economic collapse, or the establishment of quasi-independent provinces within Ukraine, akin to the situation in Kosovo. His insights reflected a grim reality—potential outcomes for Ukraine may involve substantial compromises, which raise further questions about ongoing security guarantees and the possibility of Ukraine seeking its own nuclear capability.